Plot Diagram
The first point of the plot diagram
What is an Exposition?
the message or lesson that is being taught
what is theme?
an important message presented in the play
what is circumstances can quickly change when least expected?
the element of the plot is introduced in the passage
what is setting?
Instructions in the script about movement, setting, or tone, often written in brackets [ ] or italics (look at the image for an example)
What are stage directions?
the second plot in the plot diagram
what is the rising action?
the author hinting at future events that may occur in a story. Shown through dialogue, character’s actions, the setting, or events
Based on line 34, the reader infer about Lewis
what is Lewis is concerned about the Shoshoni’s intentions?
can be inferred about the character of Emily
what is she is eager for new challenges and adventures?
conversations between characters
what is dialogue?
the third plot on the plot diagram
what is the climax?
the feeling of anxiety or anticipation as readers wait for the outcome of an event. Think about TONE.
what is suspense?
the conversation in lines 19 through 26 reveal about Charbonneau
What is Charbonneau disagrees with the decisions being made by Clark?
the author create suspense in the passage by
what is using mysterious symbols on the book's cover?
the fourth plot on the plot diagram
what is the falling action?
establishes time, place, and in what context the events take place in a story
the stage directions in line 12 help the reader understand
what is Sacagawea's familiarity with the area?
the literary device is most likely used when the author describes the secrets whispered among the rustling leaves in the quiet town of Willow Creek
what is foreshadowing?
choices/actions that define a character
what are character qualities?
the last plot on the plot diagram
what is the resolution?
is a statement that is completely unbiased.
what is objective point of view?
The simile in line 33 emphasizes
What is the overwhelming experience of the Shoshoni warriors to reconnect with a tribe member?
he soft glow enveloping the room have on the passage has the effect of
what is creates an atmosphere of mystery and anticipation?
It reflects the perspective through which the writer views an issue or topic. It cannot be verified using concrete facts and figures.
What is subjective point of view?